Trinity College Cambridge
Notable UK charityAlso known as: Trinity College Within the Town and University of Cambridge of King Henry the Eighth's Foundation
Provision, along with the University, of education of the highest standard for some 1100 undergraduate and graduate students; maintaining a Chapel, extensive Library, and substantial buildings; promoting research by its Fellows and students; and making grants to others with similar objects. Although situated in Cambridge, Trinity's members come from a very wide range of areas and backgrounds.
Activities & Mission
Provision, along with the University, of education of the highest standard for some 1100 undergraduate and graduate students; maintaining a Chapel, extensive Library, and substantial buildings; promoting research by its Fellows and students; and making grants to others with similar objects. Although situated in Cambridge, Trinity's members come from a very wide range of areas and backgrounds.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 5% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 661). How is this calculated?
Higher than 3% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 2% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £105,509,000 | £101,207,000 | £61,084,000 | £2,562,548,000 | £45,689,000 | 729 / 256 |
| 2024 | £104,224,000 | £87,596,000 | £55,869,000 | £2,412,613,000 | £44,249,000 | 669 / 153 |
| 2023 | £97,250,000 | £82,174,000 | £56,408,000 | £2,191,766,000 | £71,000,000 | 647 / 125 |
| 2022 | £80,204,000 | £78,975,000 | £55,105,000 | £1,985,418,000 | £53,579,000 | 604 / 35 |
| 2021 | £65,197,000 | £64,937,000 | £47,116,000 | £1,866,542,000 | £37,608,000 | 580 / 35 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Trinity College Cambridge
What does Trinity College Cambridge do?
Provision, along with the University, of education of the highest standard for some 1100 undergraduate and graduate students; maintaining a Chapel, extensive Library, and substantial buildings; promoting research by its Fellows and students; and making grants to others with similar objects. Although situated in Cambridge, Trinity's members come from a very wide range of areas and backgrounds.
How much income did Trinity College Cambridge report in 2025?
Trinity College Cambridge reported total income of £105.51m and reported expenditure of £101.21m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Trinity College Cambridge?
Trinity College Cambridge has a program ratio of 55.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 5% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 661 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Trinity College Cambridge registered as a charity?
Trinity College Cambridge was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 August 2010 as charity number 1137604. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs Trinity College Cambridge?
Trinity College Cambridge is governed by a board of 14 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dame Sally Claire Davies. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Trinity College Cambridge operate?
Trinity College Cambridge operates in Cambridgeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Trinity College Cambridge a registered charity?
Yes — Trinity College Cambridge is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1137604.
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Also Known As
- Trinity College Within the Town and University of Cambridge of King Henry the Eighth's Foundation
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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